Who to believe - wattsupwiththat or WUWT?

That comment from Anthony was based on an article by Matt Ridley, which Anthony liked so much he made it a "top sticky post". Matt Ridley wrote about the WGII report (that should be out tomorrow) that "Even while it exaggerates the amount of warming, the IPCC is becoming more cautious about its effects."

How opinions can turn in an instant. Today Anthony is urging his readers (archived here):

The Working Group II IPCC report from the big shindig in Japan this week will be making headlines shortly, but take those headlines with a grain of salt.

Anthony copied the article in which Richard Tol said: "The drafts became too alarmist,". Richard has a different reaction to Matt Ridley when faced with reality. Matt denies, Richard hides.

The dumbo's at WUWT will be more confused than ever. Which is it? "Too alarmist" or "game over for climate alarm"? The GWPF will be in a tizz, too. Both Richard Tol and Matt Ridley are "academically advising" them!

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Millicent
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It was game over with the turkey that was Climategate. It was game over with Lindzen's Iris hypothesis. Wattses own paper was a 'game changer' too. In fact, I have lost count of the number of times the 'game' has been over.

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All you need to know about WUWT

WUWT insider Willis Eschenbach tells you all you need to know about Anthony Watts and his blog, WattsUpWithThat (WUWT). As part of his scathing commentary, Wondering Willis accuses Anthony Watts of being clueless about the blog articles he posts. To paraphrase:

Even if Anthony had a year to analyze and dissect each piece...(he couldn't tell if it would)... stand the harsh light of public exposure.

Definition of Denier (Oxford): A person who denies something, especially someone who refuses to admit the truth of a concept or proposition that is supported by the majority of scientific or historical evidence.
‘a prominent denier of global warming’
‘a climate change denier’

Alternative definition: A former French coin, equal to one twelfth of a Sou, which was withdrawn in the 19th century. Oxford. (The denier has since resurfaced with reduced value.)